Local Sports Headlines Archives

Shadow Hills, Xavier Prep girls cross-country teams qualify for CIF-State meet

November 21, 2022 4:28 PM Blake Arthur

The Lady Knights and Saints are state bound! “Please allow me to introduce ourselves”Shadow Hills girls cross country, STATE Qualifiers!!!THIS is why we try our best not to look at the rankings! Woodward Park, here we come! @AthleticsSHHS @DesertSunSports @BaileyKESQ @timobrientv @PrepCalTrack @MilesplitCA pic.twitter.com/0ga4kJj4vA— Shadow Hills TrackXC Coach (@CoachDeTamble) November 19, 2022 Both programs qualified

Bale salvages 1-1 draw for Wales against US in World Cup

November 21, 2022 1:48 PM Associated Press

AL RAYYAN, Qatar (AP) — Gareth Bale converted a penalty kick in the 82nd minute to offset Tim Weah’s first-half goal and give Wales a 1-1 draw against the United States on Monday in the return to the World Cup for both nations. Weah, a son of former FIFA Player of the Year and current Liberian President

Firebirds having fun, show off personality during Media Day at Acrisure Arena

November 16, 2022 3:24 PM Bailey Arredondo

Through the first 10 games of their inaugural season, the Firebirds have wasted no time announcing themselves to the AHL. With a 7-3 record, the Birds have burst onto the scene, establishing themselves as one of the better teams in the league. The Firebirds have been on the road since their opening game last month in Calgary. They

MLS teams return to Indio for 2nd annual Coachella Valley Invitational

November 16, 2022 4:43 PM Jesus Reyes

Multiple MLS teams will meet at the Empire Polo Grounds in Indio for AEG’s 2nd annual Coachella Valley Invitational. 12 MLS teams will come down to Indio including LA Galaxy, Charlotte FC, D.C. United, LAFC, Minnesota United FC, New York City FC, New York Red Bulls, Portland Timbers, San Jose Earthquakes, St. Louis City SC,

Firebirds hold special event in Indian Wells ahead of season opener next month at Acrisure Arena

November 15, 2022 11:47 PM Blake Arthur

The excitement continues for Firebirds hockey. “It’s been nothing short of awesome,” said Firebirds forward Andrew Poturalski. “We’ve had a great time in the week that we’ve been here so far and there’s a lot of excitement to be had and a lot of good things happening and we can’t wait to get it going

Student-Athlete of the Week – Lauren Thoman

November 15, 2022 11:09 PM Bailey Arredondo

At Xavier Prep academics are the focus but the athletic programs certainly put on a show. The girls tennis program is headlined by Lauren Thoman, an all-around athlete that has a big role for the Saints. “We only have three seniors, and she has been the go-to captain and leader for us,” said Saints head

Desert Showcase football game to feature 67 local seniors in DEL vs DVL showdown

November 14, 2022 11:02 PM Blake Arthur

The local high school football season isn’t over just yet. The Desert Showcase will be the final high school football game of the season, featuring 67 seniors from the Desert Empire and Desert Valley leagues in a cross-league competition. Former Palm Desert football coach Pat Blackburn will coach the DEL, while Indio head coach Daniel

IWTG: Gold medal Sunday at USA Pickleball Championships

November 13, 2022 6:07 PM Bailey Arredondo

The Indian Wells Tennis Garden was the home for the USA Pickleball National Championships this week. On Sunday, five gold medal matches were played in front of thousands of fans. Incredible atmosphere here at @USAPickleball Women’s Doubles Gold Medal match 🌴 Coverage tonight on @KESQ! @IndianWellsCA @AnnaLeighWaters @teamWatersPb @digitaldore @MelZhang10 pic.twitter.com/yhEdm8C0wc— Bailey Arredondo (@BaileyKESQ) November

Coachella Valley Firebirds sweep Tucson Roadrunners, improve to 7-3

November 12, 2022 9:57 PM Bailey Arredondo

In their first overtime game in franchise history, Andrew Poturalski scored the game-winning goal to lift the Firebirds over the Tucson Roadrunners 4-3 on Saturday night in Arizona. POTURALSKI WITH THE FIRST OVERTIME GOAL IN FRANCHISE HISTORY pic.twitter.com/lbr4vFQFpD— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) November 13, 2022 Down two goals to start the game, Coachella Valley showed

La Quinta football falls to Laguna Beach in 2nd round of playoffs, ends remarkable run for Blackhawks

November 11, 2022 9:38 PM Blake Arthur

La Quinta loses 41-16 to Laguna Beach in CIF-SS Division 9 quarterfinal La Quinta’s remarkable run has finally come to an end. The Blackhawks were beat by Laguna Beach on Friday night in the 2nd round of the CIF-SS Division 9 playoffs. https://twitter.com/baileykesq/status/1591320988566048768?s=46&t=-Q4jE83bi6RYoa3pDl4Yow Prior to Friday night, La Quinta was the only local high school

Top pickleball players take over Indian Wells Tennis Garden for 2022 national championships

November 10, 2022 5:49 AM Crystal Jimenez, Blake Arthur

The 2022 Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships are underway at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. The event started on November 5th and ends on November 13th. A historic tournament this year, this is the largest combined men’s and women’s tournament in the world, including the very best the sport has to offer. New favorite athlete

Palm Desert, Xavier Prep girls tennis programs fall in respective CIF-SS semifinal

November 10, 2022 6:10 PM Blake Arthur

It was a tough Thursday for our two local tennis programs, Palm Desert and Xavier Prep, with both of them falling short of reaching the CIF-SS championship game. The Aztecs and Saints suffered losses in their respective semifinal. Top-seeded Palm Desert fell 12-6 at Fountain Valley in Division 2. Meanwhile, Xavier Prep lost 10-8 at

Dodgers decline $16M club option on All-Star Justin Turner

November 10, 2022 4:02 PM Associated Press

By BETH HARRIS The Los Angeles Dodgers have declined their $16 million option on two-time All-Star Justin Turner. The team also said Thursday it extended qualifying offers to two All-Stars, shortstop Trea Turner and left-handed pitcher Tyler Anderson. Also not receiving a qualifying offer for the second straight year was Clayton Kershaw. As a result,

Palm Desert holds college signing ceremony for seven student-athletes

November 9, 2022 10:18 PM Blake Arthur

Palm Desert high school held a signing ceremony to celebrate seven of their student-athletes on Wednesday. Great day to be an Aztec!! 7 Student-Athletes sign their letter of intents!! @DesertSunSports @BlakeArthur24 @shad_powers @pdhsofficial pic.twitter.com/zAWy37W4KT— PalmDesertAthletics (@PDHS_Athletics) November 10, 2022 In no particular order, the Aztecs showcased all seven of their outstanding student-athletes. In wrestling, Beau

Firebirds practicing at Acrisure Arena, settling in to new home here in Coachella Valley

November 9, 2022 11:58 AM Bailey Arredondo, Blake Arthur

The Coachella Valley Firebirds AHL hockey team are finally skating on home ice. The team and coaches held their first practice on Tuesday at the Berger Foundation Community Iceplex, part of Acrisure Arena. While the main arena is still under construction in Thousand Palms, the practice area is ready for the team. It is not

Student-Athlete of the Week – Delaney Tingle

November 9, 2022 2:11 PM Bailey Arredondo

We know Palm Desert athletics is a powerhouse here in the desert, but let me tell you about the girl’s tennis program. The lady Aztecs have won 17 Straight league titles dating back to 2006 and a big reason why is players leaders like Delaney Tingle “I took this team over from my daughter Morgan,

LA Rams QB Matthew Stafford in concussion protocol

November 9, 2022 12:42 PM Associated Press

By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is in the concussion protocol, and coach Sean McVay is uncertain whether the Super Bowl winner will be ready to play Sunday against Arizona. Stafford entered the protocol Tuesday afternoon after consultation with the Rams’ medical staff, the

The Birds have landed! Coachella Valley Firebirds arrive in Palm Springs as a team

November 6, 2022 4:21 PM Marian Bouchot, Blake Arthur

Finally, they’re home! The Coachella Valley Firebirds flew into Palm Springs International Airport Sunday evening around 6:30 p.m. It was the first time in franchise history that the team landed together in Palm Springs. Since Acrisure Arena is still under construction, the team has been using the Kraken’s facilities in Seattle, training at the Kraken

COD breezes by Grossmont on Sophomore Day, 48-7

November 5, 2022 5:18 PM Bailey Arredondo

How about them Roadrunners. College of the Desert won its 7th game of the season with a dominant, 48-7, win against Grossmont on Saturday afternoon. Saturday feast at @COD_Athletics 🏈🍴- Sophomore Day- 48-7 W – 7th win of season Coverage all throughout the night on @KESQ! pic.twitter.com/abET6vKY3H— Bailey Arredondo (@BaileyKESQ) November 5, 2022 Up 28-0

High school football: La Quinta the lone desert team to advance in CIF-SS playoffs

November 4, 2022 3:33 PM Blake Arthur, Jesus Reyes

Six of our area teams were in action Friday night in the first round of the CIF-SS playoffs but only one local team came away victorious. Out of 6 local teams in 1st rd @CIFSS, @LQHSFootball was the lone winner. Congrats to @PdhsFootball @BLVNBTL @IndioHS_Sports @mightyarabs @CoachJohnsonYV on a great season!Watch our final show of